As the University Archivist, Melinda McMartin Isler collects, preserves and provides access to materials on the history of Ferris State University. Materials range from university histories to classroom objects. In addition to providing access to historical documents, Melinda coordinates the records management program for the university.

As Special Collections Librarian, Melinda is responsible for specialized collections including university theses, the Ferris Collection, Michigan Collection and the Special Collections